Motion for Summary Judgment. Either side can make a motion for summary judgment after an Answer has been filed in the case.Occasionally, a party in a summary judgment proceeding will file a motion for rehearing or new trial following the granting of a motion for summary judgment. We are an independent branch of government constitutionally entrusted with the fair and just resolution of disputes in order to preserve the rule of law. For example, motions for summary judgment require at least 21 days' notice. Tex. Before discussing the Motion for Summary Judgment in detail, the Court is compelled to note certain matters that have affected this case significantly. Based on ground not in the motion below. A trial court is not allowed to grant summary judgment on a ground not presented to it in the motion. Plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and GRANT Plaintiff's motion to strike. Supporting affidavits for a summary judgment in his favor as to all or any part thereof. (c).